Main entry: reverence
Definition: an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)
Main entry: reverence
Definition: a reverent mental attitude
Main entry: fear, veneration, reverence, awe
Definition: a feeling of profound respect for someone or something
Usage: the fear of God; the Chinese reverence for the dead; the French treat food with gentle reverence; his respect for the law bordered on veneration
Main entry: revere, reverence, fear, venerate
Definition: regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
Usage: Fear God as your father; We venerate genius